Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Jenkins Independent School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jenkins Independent School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Jenkins, KY, encompassing approximately 25 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jenkins Independent School's student population of 453 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
The mission of the Jenkins Independent School District is to ENCOURAGE our students to do their best, and ENGAGE them in the educational process so they can EXCEL to their fullest potential!
School Rankings
Jenkins Independent School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jenkins Independent School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1110 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
2%
10%
White
98%
71%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
91.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jenkins Independent School's ranking?
Jenkins Independent School is ranked #1110 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jenkins Independent School?
The graduation rate of Jenkins Independent School is 80%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Jenkins Independent School?
453 students attend Jenkins Independent School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Jenkins Independent School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jenkins Independent School?
Jenkins Independent School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jenkins Independent School offer ?
Jenkins Independent School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jenkins Independent School part of?
Jenkins Independent School is part of Jenkins Independent School District.
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